NHL

For the first time since 1994, NHL players did not compete in the Winter Olympics. SC’s Brad Oremland examines the decision, which produced a gold medal game whose exciting conclusion couldn’t overcome the lackluster quality of play. Complete Story

On June 11, at the conclusion of a 2-0 win in Game 6 of the final, the Pittsburgh Penguins hoisted the Stanley Cup for the second time in as many years. It’s a feat that hasn’t occurred in the modern era of the NHL. But can they do it again? Complete Story

SC’s Louie Centanni wonders if the trade of John Scott from the Coyotes to the Canadiens was an example of the NHL taking too much power over its fans — and if the consequences should be John Scott’s. Complete Story

SC’s Louie Centanni analyzes the top five Hart Trophy candidates at this point in the NHL season. Has Patrick Kane’s amazing 26-game point streak finally vaulted him to the top of the conversation for best player? Complete Story

SC’s Louie Centanni examines why Duncan Keith’s knee injury in October might mean a stronger Blackhawks team in the playoffs. Could his meniscus surgery be the x-factor in getting a team to repeat as Cup champs for the first time in the salary-cap era? Complete Story

The new NHL season is getting into gear, and it's going to be exciting. Ice hockey is pretty generous when it comes to surprising even the most weathered fans, and it's safe to say that this year will be no different. Complete Story

SC's Louie Centanni calls for objectivity and perspective before passing judgment on the Patrick Kane sexual assault case. It's important not to automatically assume guilt, but it's equally important not to assume that lack of evidence equals innocence. Complete Story

The 2014-15 San Jose Sharks grabbed headlines for all the wrong reasons. But with GM Doug Wilson declaring the rebuild to be over, there's reason for optimism for Bay Area fans, says SC's Mike Chen. Complete Story

San Jose Sharks GM Doug Wilson boldly declared that the team’s so-called rebuild was over after one rollercoaster season. Can the team emerge from the wreckage of the 2014-15 season to return to elite status? There are many reasons for optimism, but they all come with big question marks. Complete Story

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Say What? May 21 — May 27

"You know, I've seen those explosions happen here and everywhere. It's not just here. Nonetheless, definitely get a lot of support from the fans. His three is similar to some people's dunk. You go to certain arenas and a guy gets a dunk and it's just absurd. That's how his three-ball is. But definitely a lot of support. The fans were great tonight. I think he had a great quarter there in that third quarter. I don't mean to disappoint, but I've seen crazier from him, but it was good to see."
— Draymond Green on Steph Curry